Verizon isn't going to support all of those certified devices because that is not their role in this particular venture. Judging by what I have read today Verizon will continue doing business as usual with their Verizon branded phones sold through their traditional channels. That includes locking down of devices, and supporting them on the same level they currently do.
Through this new system Verizon's robust network will become simply a "dump pipe" for all of these new certified devices. Something people have been screaming for, for years. There are potentially millions of devices on the horizon from hundreds (if not thousands) of manufacturers. Verizon can't (and shouldn't try to) support them all. That will be left in the hands of the manufacturer, as it should be. And because the devices are pre-certified for the network, there aren't supposed to be any connection issues.
And there is no need for a sim card on Verizon's network. Any "unlocked" compatible phone or other device with a valid certified serial number will be allowed to operate on their network. No need for switching or swapping sims. The question still remains if Verizon will be open in the opposite direction. Will they now be willing to unlock their own devices to work on competitor's (Sprint, Alltel, etc.) networks.
And I would love to hear about being able to get support out of AT&T or any other domestic GSM for an unlocked device you purchased from overseas.
“The Pixi -- a sleek, tiny device -- seems clearly aimed at the only market Palm has recently enjoyed unfettered success with: the Centro demographic.”
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Verizon isn't going to support all of those certified devices because that is not their role in this particular venture. Judging by what I have read today Verizon will continue doing business as usual with their Verizon branded phones sold through their traditional channels. That includes locking down of devices, and supporting them on the same level they currently do.
Through this new system Verizon's robust network will become simply a "dump pipe" for all of these new certified devices. Something people have been screaming for, for years. There are potentially millions of devices on the horizon from hundreds (if not thousands) of manufacturers. Verizon can't (and shouldn't try to) support them all. That will be left in the hands of the manufacturer, as it should be. And because the devices are pre-certified for the network, there aren't supposed to be any connection issues.
And there is no need for a sim card on Verizon's network. Any "unlocked" compatible phone or other device with a valid certified serial number will be allowed to operate on their network. No need for switching or swapping sims. The question still remains if Verizon will be open in the opposite direction. Will they now be willing to unlock their own devices to work on competitor's (Sprint, Alltel, etc.) networks.
And I would love to hear about being able to get support out of AT&T or any other domestic GSM for an unlocked device you purchased from overseas.